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PackTowl Launches Changing Poncho

PackTowl, the manufacturer of outdoor and travel towels, introduced the Packtowl Changing Poncho for changing clothes on the go. The PackTowl Changing Poncho, available in Spring 2024, combines the functionality of a towel with a poncho simplifying and providing privacy when changing clothes outdoors. “We are excited to introduce the Packtowl Changing Poncho to outdoor […]

Platypus Expands Water Filtration Line With Gravity And In-Bottle Filters

For Spring 2024, Seattle-based Platypus, a division of Cascade Designs, added two filters to its QuickDraw Microfilter line, which it introduced in Spring 2021, the QuickDraw 2L Filter System and the QuickDraw 3L Gravity Filter System.  The QuickDraw 2L Filter System offers increased storage capacity and ease of use with a fast flow rate and […]

AKU Expands And Updates Fast Hiker Collection For S24

AKU, the manufacturer of hiking and mountaineering boots made in Italy for over 50 years, added new styles for Spring/Summer 2024, including expanding on the Tribute Alp and Alterra II and adding fast hiker’s Reactive GTXand FlyRock Mid. The Reactive GTX hiking boot has a Tenuta Grip high-traction outsole made of a compound developed by AKU to […]

Therm-a-Rest Expands Honcho Poncho Collection With Kids Line

  For Spring 2024, Therm-a-Rest is introducing its Honcho Poncho for kids. “Celebrating adventure for the whole family, we are thrilled to introduce the Honcho Poncho Kids,” said Justin McGregor, Therm-a-Rest’s product line manager. “With its water-resistant warmth, versatility and fun patterns, the Honcho Poncho Kids is a must-have for every outdoor-loving kid.” The Honcho […]

Dakine’s Mission Street Pack Series Brings Skateboarding Back-To-School

Dakine launched its 2023 Mission Street Packs, initiating its back-to-school series of backpacks. The collection introduces two new backpacks, the DLX 32L and the 25L. Each comes with multiple pockets and compartments, reflective branding and detailing for back-to-school. The Mission Street Pack DLX 32L features include multiple organizer and accessory pockets, a stretch-mesh water bottle pocket […]

DRVR Brand Launches With Headwear Collection

The DRVR brand officially launched. It first collection is a series of headwear that includes the DRVR Pro-Tech line, featuring golf-specific details, tech fabrics and assorted stretch comfort fits, and the DRVR Street line, a fashion-forward assortment with a nod to the newer generation of crossover golfers who also engage in board, motor and team sports. “After […]

Snow Peak x Sundance Mountain Resort Partner To Elevate Camping Experience

Snow Peak USA signed an agreement with Sundance Mountain Resort, based in Sundance, UT, to expand on its existing contract to bring an “elevated” camping experience to the resort. As part of the agreement, Snow Peak will outfit the camping experience with amenities, including custom platform tents, king-sized beds, linens, and a suite of Snow […]

Nite Ize Adds Rechargeable Headlamps To Product Line

Available at retail in late summer, Nite Ize will introduce its portable Radiant RH1 PowerSwitch and Radiant RH2 PowerSwitch Rechargeable Headlamps with multi-mode functions with rechargeable, alkaline batteries. “With PowerSwitch dual-power options and first-in-class LED technology in lightweight designs, these headlamps are truly the pinnacle of Nite Ize innovation,” said Rick Case the founder and CEO of Nite Ize […]

Nite Ize Develops Rechargeable Visibility Light

Nite Ize launched the GoLit Rechargeable Visibility Light with Disc-O Tech. The portable light is available at retail in late summer and features choose-your-color and color-changing modes. Strap to bikes, bags and more for visibility. Features include weather-resistant, impact-resistant polycarbonate housing with an adjustable rubber strap for items up to 2.25 inches in diameter. The […]

LifeStraw’s Water Filter Available In Pocket-Size

LifeStraw launched its lightest and most compact water filter, the portable LifeStraw Peak Series Solo Water Filter, weighing 1.7 ounces and measuring 5.1 inches. The filter removes bacteria, parasites, microplastics, silt, sand, and cloudiness from drinking water.  The filter’s standard 28mm easily screws onto most plastic water bottles, and filling up a one-liter bottle takes […]

Cordura Spotlights Fabric Finder At OR Show

Cordura is showing its Cordura re/cor RN66, Cordura TrueLock Fabric Solution Dyed Nylon 6,6 (SDN) and Cordura NYCO fabric (woven and knit) with mill partners Atextile, Dong Jin, Ekoten, LeeJo, and Sapphire Finishing Mills, Ltd. at OR Summer Show this week, Booth 30063-SO, and showcasing its Fabric Finder to navigate, explore and order Cordura samples. Also […]

Stanley Launches Customization Feature “Stanley Create”

On June 20, Stanley, the food and drinkware brand, launched a customization feature called Stanley Create, whereby customers can personalize Stanley bottles, tumblers and barware, available in various engraving options, including text, monograms and graphics. “We have seen consumers personalizing their favorite Stanley products with amazing creations of their own,” said Graham Nearn, SVP of […]

Jelenew Debuts Luxury Women’s Cycling and Fitness Apparel Blending Proprietary Tech and Style at Outdoor Retailer Summer 2023

SALT LAKE CITY (June 19, 2023) – Jelenew, the premium high-performance female sports brand, is launching cycling and fitness apparel for women at this year’s Outdoor Retailer Summer blending proprietary technology and French couture style. On display at booth 29036-RC, the line includes short and long-sleeved jerseys, base layers, bib tights and bib shorts featuring […]

Igloo Expands Trailmate Series With Hardside Coolers

Igloo dropped its expanded Trailmate Series of performance coolers into a family of varied hard-side cooler sizes. Made in the USA, the two ice chests join the brand’s established Trailmate Journey coolers with all-terrain wheels, marking the first time Igloo broadened the Trailmate collection, featuring the Trailmate 25- and 50-Qt Coolers. “Over the past 76 […]

Recco Celebrates 40th Anniversary In Advanced Rescue Technology

Founded in 1983, Recco commemorates its 40th anniversary in the search and rescue space. While the Recco system has changed little since first launching, the company’s mission has not changed—”to make more outdoor enthusiasts searchable to rescuers, no matter the activity, location or season.” Magnus Granhed, the company’s founder, designed the Recco recovery system inspired […]